B2 verb /ˈsɜːrkjəˌleɪt/

circulate

循環する, 動く

Meaning

to move continuously or freely through a closed system or area

Example

Air circulated freely in the open hall.

空気は開かれたホールで自由に循環していました。

B2 adjective ˌæn.əlˈɪt.ɪ.kəl

analytical

分析的, 研究的, 論理的

Meaning

Using or skilled in using analysis (i.e., separating a whole—intellectual or substantial—into its elemental parts or basic principles).

Example

She has an analytical approach to problem-solving.

彼女は問題解決に分析的アプローチを取っています。

B2 adjective /ˈliː.fi/

Leafy

葉が多い; 葉で覆われた

Meaning

having many leaves; covered with leaves

Example

The leafy green vegetables are very nutritious.

葉の多い緑の野菜はとても栄養価が高いです。

B2 adjective /ˈpɔɪ.zən.əs/

Poisonous

有毒; 毒性; 致命的

Meaning

containing poison; toxic; deadly

Example

The snake is highly poisonous and dangerous.

そのヘビは非常に有毒で危険です。

B2 noun /rɪˌlaɪəˈbɪləti/

reliability

信頼性

Meaning

the quality of being trustworthy or performing consistently well

Example

Customers value the reliability of our service.

お客様は私たちのサービスの信頼性を重視しています。

B2 verb /ˌoʊvərˈteɪk/

overtake

追い越す

Meaning

to catch up with and pass someone or something; to surpass

Example

The runner managed to overtake his competitor in the final lap.

ランナーは最後の周回で競争相手を追い越しました。

B2 adjective /ˌɛm.pəˈθɛ.tɪk/

empathetic

共感的

Meaning

Showing ability to understand and share feelings of others.

Example

She was empathetic towards her friend's struggles.

彼女は友人の苦しみに共感的でした。

B2 noun /ˈkaʊnsɪlər/

councilor

市議会議員

Meaning

an elected member of a council, especially a local government body

Example

The councilor held a public meeting to discuss local issues.

市議会議員は地元の問題を議論するために公開会議を開きました。

B2 adjective /ˈθɔːtˌproʊvɪkɪŋ/

thought-provoking

考えさせる

Meaning

stimulating careful consideration or thought

Example

The movie was deeply thought-provoking and left a lasting impression.

その映画は深く考えさせられ、永続的な印象を残しました。

B2 noun /ˈkrɪtɪk/

critic

批評家

Meaning

A person who judges the merits of something, especially art or literature

Example

The film critic praised the director's latest movie.

映画批評家は監督の最新映画を称賛しました。

B2 adjective /ˌʌnkənˈvɪnsɪŋ/

Unconvincing

信じられない

Meaning

failing to persuade or impress; not believable or credible

Example

His excuse for being late was completely unconvincing.

彼の遅刻の言い訳は完全に信じられなかった。

B2 adjective /ʌnˈbreɪkəbəl/

Unbreakable

壊れたり損傷したりできない; とても強くて耐久性がある

Meaning

not able to be broken or damaged; very strong and durable

Example

Their friendship formed an unbreakable bond.

彼らの友情は壊れない絆を形成しました。

B2 noun /ˈlɒdʒɪk/

logic

論理

Meaning

Reasoning conducted or assessed according to strict principles of validity.

Example

Her argument was based on sound logic.

彼女の主張は論理に基づいていました。

B2 noun /ˌdɪsəˈpruːvəl/

disapproval

不賛成

Meaning

The expression of an unfavorable opinion or judgment

Example

Her parents showed clear disapproval of her decision to drop out of college.

彼女の両親は、大学を中退するという彼女の決定に明確な不賛成を示した。

B2 noun ˈbaɪ.əʊˌfjuː.əl

biofuel

バイオ燃料

Meaning

A fuel derived immediately from living matter, as opposed to fossil fuels derived from long-dead biological matter.

Example

Biofuels reduce dependence on conventional energy sources.

バイオ燃料は従来のエネルギー源への依存を減らします。

B2 noun plɒt

plot

プロット

Meaning

The main story of a piece of writing, or the series of events that happen in it.

Example

The plot of A Tale of Two Cities is intense and gripping.

'二都物語'のプロットは、緊迫感と魅力に満ちています。

B2 adverb dɪˈlɪb.ər.ət.li

deliberately

故意に

Meaning

Consciously and intentionally; on purpose.

Example

The actions were deliberately planned to cause harm.

行動は意図的に計画され、害を与えるために行われた。

B2 noun /ˈtʃæpəl/

chapel

チャペル

Meaning

A small church or a room used for Christian worship, often within a larger building.

Example

The couple got married in a small countryside chapel.

そのカップルは田舎の小さなチャペルで結婚しました。

B2 noun /kəˈrʌp.ʃən/

Corruption

腐敗

Meaning

dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power; the process of decay or decomposition

Example

The government launched a campaign to fight corruption in public offices.

政府は公共のオフィスでの腐敗と戦うためのキャンペーンを開始しました。

B2 adjective; verb (past/participle) /əˈʃʊrd/

assured

確信している；自信のある

Meaning

confident and certain; guaranteed or made certain

Example

She felt assured that everything would work out.

彼女はすべてうまくいくと確信していた。

B2 noun /əˈpɒstrəfi/

apostrophe

Meaning

A punctuation mark (') used to indicate possession or the omission of letters or numbers.

Example

You need an apostrophe in the word 'children’s'.

B2 adjective /əˈdʒʌstəbəl/

Adjustable

調整可能な; 可変の; 調節できる;

Meaning

নিয়মযোগ্য; পরিবর্তন-সাধ্য; সমন্বয়যোগ্য;

Example

This chair has an adjustable height feature.

この椅子は高さが調節可能です。

B2 adjective /ɪkˈstɜːr.nəl/

External

外部の

Meaning

coming from or relating to the outside; not belonging to or originating from within

Example

The company hired external consultants to review their business strategy.

その会社はビジネス戦略を見直すために外部のコンサルタントを雇いました。

B2 adjective /ˌʌnkənˈvɛnʃənl/

unconventional

型破りの

Meaning

not based on or conforming to what is generally done or believed

Example

Her unconventional approach to teaching inspired her students to think creatively.

彼女の型破りの教育アプローチは、生徒たちに創造的に考えるよう促しました。

B2 verb /kənˈfaɪd/

confide

Meaning

To tell someone about a secret or private matter while trusting them not to repeat it.

Example

He confided his worries to his best friend.

B2 noun /əˈdʒʌstmənt/

adjustment

Meaning

a small change made to improve something or make it work better

Example

The doctor made an adjustment to the patient’s medication.

B2 adverb /ˈstɛdɪli/

steadily

着実に

Meaning

in a regular and continuous way; without stopping or changing

Example

The company's profits have been increasing steadily.

会社の利益は着実に増加しています。

B2 adjective /ˌfɪl.əˈsɒf.ɪ.kəl/

philosophical

哲学的

Meaning

relating to the study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence

Example

She maintained a calm and philosophical attitude during the crisis.

危機の間、彼女は冷静で哲学的な態度を保ちました。

B2 adjective /ˈpraɪ.ər/

Prior

事前の

Meaning

existing or coming before in time; previous; earlier

Example

You need prior approval before making any changes to the system.

システムに変更を加える前には、事前の承認が必要です。

B2 noun /ˈtɛlɪˌskoʊp/

telescope

望遠鏡

Meaning

An optical instrument used to make distant objects appear closer and larger by collecting and focusing light.

Example

The astronomer used a telescope to observe the distant planets.

天文学者は遠くの惑星を観察するために望遠鏡を使用しました。

B2 noun /ˈaʊt.breɪk/

Out-break

発生

Meaning

a sudden occurrence or eruption of something, especially disease or violence

Example

The outbreak of flu affected many students in the school.

インフルエンザの流行は学校の多くの生徒に影響を与えた。

B2 noun /ˈsɛmɪˌtɛri/

cemetery

墓地

Meaning

a place where dead people are buried

Example

The old cemetery is located at the edge of the village.

古い墓地は村の端にあります。

B2 adverb /ˈæŋkʃəsli/

anxiously

不安そうに

Meaning

in a worried, nervous, or uneasy manner; with anxious anticipation

Example

She waited anxiously for the exam results.

彼女は試験の結果を不安そうに待っていた。

B2 noun /liːɡ/

league

リーグ

Meaning

An association of people or groups united for a common purpose; also a unit of distance (old use).

Example

Several clubs formed a league to promote sportsmanship.

いくつかのクラブがスポーツマンシップを促進するためにリーグを結成した。

B2 noun ɪnˈdev.ər

endeavor

努力

Meaning

An attempt to achieve a goal; a serious determined effort.

Example

The endeavor to innovate space tourism is ambitious.

スペースツーリズムの革新への努力は野心的です。

B2 verb /kənˈstreɪn/

constrain

制限する

Meaning

to limit or restrict someone or something; to force or compel

Example

The new regulations constrain businesses from polluting the environment.

新しい規制は企業が環境を汚染するのを制限しています。

B2 verb /ɪmˈbreɪs/

embrace

抱きしめる

Meaning

to hold someone closely in your arms; to accept willingly

Example

She embraced her friend at the airport.

彼女は空港で友達を抱きしめました。

B2 verb /rɪˈnuː/

renew

Meaning

to make something new again or extend its period of validity

Example

I need to renew my passport before traveling.

B2 adverb /ˈprez.ənt.li/

Presently

現在; すぐに; しばらくして

Meaning

at the present time; soon; in a little while

Example

The doctor will see you presently.

医者はすぐにあなたを診ます。

B2 adverb /ˈskeəs.li/

Scarcely

ほとんど; ほとんどない; わずかに

Meaning

hardly; barely; only just

Example

I could scarcely believe my eyes.

私は自分の目をほとんど信じられなかった。

B2 noun /dɪˈsper/

Despair

絶望

Meaning

the complete loss or absence of hope; a state of feeling hopeless

Example

After losing his job, he fell into despair and couldn't see any way forward.

仕事を失った後、彼は絶望し、前に進む方法が見えなかった。

B2 adjective /ˈɡlɒsi/

glossy

光沢のある

Meaning

Shiny and smooth in appearance; attractive on the surface but sometimes lacking depth.

Example

She bought a glossy magazine from the store.

彼女は店で光沢のある雑誌を買いました。

B2 verb /spɪl/

spill

こぼす

Meaning

to cause liquid to flow or fall out of a container by accident

Example

Be careful not to spill your coffee.

コーヒーをこぼさないように気を付けて。

B2 adjective /ˈfjʊə.ri.əs/

Furious

怒っている; 激怒した; 暴力的な;

Meaning

extremely angry; violent; fierce;

Example

She was furious when she discovered the mistake.

彼女はその間違いを発見したとき、怒っていました。

B2 adjective /ˈpɒlɪʃt/

polished

洗練された、精巧で優雅

Meaning

refined, sophisticated, and elegant in appearance or behavior

Example

She gave a polished performance at the recital.

彼女はリサイタルで洗練されたパフォーマンスを披露しました。

B2 noun /ˈfɪzɪsɪst/

physicist

物理学者

Meaning

a scientist who studies or specializes in physics

Example

The physicist explained the theory of relativity to the students.

物理学者は学生たちに相対性理論を説明しました。

B2 verb /prɪˈsiːdɪd/

preceded

先行した

Meaning

came before something in time, order, or position

Example

Dark clouds preceded the heavy rainfall.

暗い雲が大雨に先立って現れた。

B2 noun ˈsʌbstɪˌtut

substitute

代用品

Meaning

A person or thing acting or serving in place of another.

Example

Money cannot be a substitute for genuine happiness.

お金は本物の幸せの代用品にはなりません。

B2 noun /ˈɔːɡənɪzəm/

organism

生物

Meaning

a living thing that has an organized structure and can grow and reproduce

Example

Every organism needs water to survive.

すべての生物は生き残るために水を必要とします。

B2 noun, verb /ˈædɪkt/ (noun), /əˈdɪkt/ (verb)

addict

中毒者

Meaning

a person who is unable to stop using a harmful substance or doing something harmful; to cause someone to become dependent on something

Example

He is a video game addict who spends hours playing every day.

彼は毎日何時間もゲームをするゲーム中毒者です。

B2 noun /ˈvɪɡ.ər/

Vigour

身体的な力と健康; 努力、エネルギー、熱意

Meaning

physical strength and good health; effort, energy, and enthusiasm

Example

She approached her work with renewed vigour after the vacation.

休暇後、彼女は新たな活力で仕事に取り組みました。

B2 verb /ədˈmɪnɪstər/

administer

管理する

Meaning

to manage or control the running of; to give or apply medicine or treatment

Example

The nurse will administer the vaccine to all patients.

看護師はすべての患者にワクチンを接種します。

B2 verb /hæk/

hack

Meaning

to cut or chop roughly; to gain unauthorized access to a computer system

Example

The programmer managed to hack into the system.

B2 noun; verb /breɪs/

brace

装具；備える

Meaning

a device that supports or strengthens something; to prepare mentally or physically for something difficult

Example

She braced herself for the strong wind.

彼女は強い風に備えた。

B2 verb /səbˈmɪt/

submit

提出する

Meaning

to present for consideration; to surrender; to yield

Example

Please submit your assignment by Friday.

金曜日までに課題を提出してください。

B2 noun /əkˈnɒlɪdʒmənt/

acknowledgment

認識

Meaning

the act of accepting, admitting, or recognizing something

Example

He received an acknowledgment of his application.

彼は自分の申し込みの認識を受け取りました。

B2 noun ˈikoʊ ˈfrɛndli tɛkˈnɑləʤiz

eco-friendly technologies

エコフレンドリー技術

Meaning

Technologies that are designed to minimize environmental impact and promote sustainability.

Example

Eco-friendly technologies can mitigate pollution.

エコフレンドリー技術は汚染を軽減することができます。

B2 verb /maɪˈɡreɪt/

migrate

Meaning

To move from one region or habitat to another, especially regularly according to the seasons or for work.

Example

Birds migrate south during the winter.

B2 adjective ˌiːvəˈluːʃənəri

evolutionary

進化的

Meaning

Relating to or denoting the gradual development of something, especially from a simple to a more complex form.

Example

The evolutionary changes in species are fascinating.

種の進化的変化は魅力的です。

B2 adjective /prəˈvɪʒənəl/

Provisional

仮の

Meaning

arranged for the present; temporary; subject to later confirmation

Example

The provisional agreement will be reviewed next month.

仮の合意は来月レビューされます。

B2 verb /ɪkˈspaɪər/

expire

期限切れ

Meaning

to come to an end, especially a period of validity or life

Example

My passport will expire next month.

私のパスポートは来月期限切れになります。

B2 noun /ˈrɪk.ʃɔː/

Rickshaw

リクシャ

Meaning

a light two-wheeled passenger vehicle drawn by one or more people

Example

We took a rickshaw to reach the busy marketplace.

忙しい市場に到着するためにリクシャを利用しました。

B2 noun /əkˈnɒlɪdʒmənt/

acknowledgement

承認

Meaning

the act of recognizing or accepting something as true or valid; an expression of gratitude or recognition

Example

She received an acknowledgement for her contribution to the project.

彼女はプロジェクトへの貢献に対して承認を受けた。

B2 noun /əˈbjuːs/

Abuse

虐待; 不適切な使用;

Meaning

cruel and violent treatment; improper use of something

Example

The abuse of power led to his resignation.

権力の濫用は彼の辞職を招いた。

B2 noun /ræɡ/

Rag

古い布; 掃除に使われる擦り切れた衣類

Meaning

a piece of old cloth used for cleaning; worn-out clothing

Example

She used an old rag to clean the dusty table.

彼女は古い布を使って、ほこりだらけのテーブルを掃除しました。

B2 adjective /ˈsɛl.əˌbreɪ.tɪd/

celebrated

有名な

Meaning

Widely known and praised; famous for an achievement.

Example

He is a celebrated author in the field of literature.

彼は文学の分野で著名な作家です。

B2 adjective /ˈfeɪvərəbl/

favourable

好都合な

Meaning

Expressing approval, support, or positivity; advantageous or beneficial

Example

The weather conditions were favourable for the outdoor event.

屋外イベントの天候は好都合でした。

B2 verb /fliː/

flee

逃げる

Meaning

To run away from danger or a threatening situation.

Example

The villagers had to flee during the flood.

村人たちは洪水の間に逃げなければなりませんでした。

B2 adjective /mjuːt/

Mute

無言の; 話せない; 音がない

Meaning

silent; unable to speak; without sound

Example

He remained mute during the entire meeting.

彼は会議中ずっと無言だった。

B2 noun /ˈek.oʊ/

Echo

エコー; 反響

Meaning

a sound that is reflected back; a repetition or imitation

Example

His voice created a clear echo in the empty cathedral.

彼の声は空の大聖堂で明確なエコーを作り出しました。

B2 adjective /ˌɪnfluˈenʃəl/

Influential

影響力のある; 強力な

Meaning

having great influence on someone or something; powerful; persuasive

Example

She is an influential leader in the community.

彼女はコミュニティの中で影響力のあるリーダーです。

B2 adjective, adverb /ˈlɒŋ taɪm/

long-time

長年の

Meaning

lasting or existing for a long period of time; having continued for many years

Example

She is a long-time friend of my family.

彼女は私の家族の長年の友人です。

B2 noun/verb /ˈtʃɑːrtər/

charter

チャーター / レンタル

Meaning

a written document granting rights or privileges; to hire a vehicle or vessel for temporary use

Example

The company decided to charter a bus for the trip.

その会社は旅行のためにバスをチャーターすることに決めました。

B2 verb /ˌdɪsəˈpruːv/

disapprove

反対する

Meaning

to have a negative opinion about something; to consider something wrong or bad

Example

Many parents disapprove of smoking.

多くの親は喫煙を反対しています。

B2 adjective /ˈmɛʒərd/

measured

測定された

Meaning

carefully considered and deliberate

Example

She spoke in a calm, measured tone.

彼女は冷静で測定された口調で話しました。

B2 adjective /ˌʌnprɪˈdɪktəbəl/

unpredictable

予測できない

Meaning

not able to be predicted; changing suddenly and unexpectedly

Example

The weather in this region is highly unpredictable.

この地域の天気はとても予測できない。

B2 adjective /ˈpɛti/

petty

些細な

Meaning

Of little importance or trivial; also describes a person overly concerned with small or unimportant matters.

Example

She often gets upset over the most petty things.

彼女はしばしば些細なことに腹を立てる。

B2 adjective /ˈtɒksɪk/

Toxic

有毒な; 有害なまたは不快な

Meaning

poisonous; very harmful or unpleasant

Example

The factory released toxic chemicals into the river.

工場は有害な化学物質を川に排出しました。

B2 noun ɡrɪd

grid

電力網

Meaning

A network of interconnected lines or a system for distributing electricity over a wide area.

Example

The national power grid must be upgraded.

国家電力網はアップグレードする必要があります。

B2 adjective /fəˈnɒmɪnəl/

phenomenal

非凡

Meaning

extraordinary, remarkable, or exceptional in a way that is very impressive

Example

The team achieved phenomenal success in the tournament.

チームはトーナメントで非凡な成功を収めました。

B2 verb /kənˈveɪ/

convey

伝える, 伝達する, 運ぶ

Meaning

To communicate or make known; to transport or carry from one place to another.

Example

The teacher conveys the lesson clearly to students.

教師は明確に授業を生徒に伝えます。

B2 noun /ˈdiːlər/

dealer

ディーラー

Meaning

a person or business that buys and sells goods; someone who distributes

Example

The car dealer offered a discount to attract customers.

車のディーラーは顧客を引き付けるために割引を提供しました。

B2 adverb /ˈfɜ:rmli/

Firmly

しっかりと

Meaning

in a strong, steady, and unwavering manner

Example

She firmly believed in her decision.

彼女は自分の決定に固く信じていた。

B2 adverb /ɪnˈɛvɪtəbli/

inevitably

避けられない

Meaning

in a way that cannot be avoided or prevented

Example

Inevitably, the team faced challenges during the project.

避けられないことに、チームはプロジェクト中に挑戦に直面しました。

B2 noun /ˌsuːpərˈvɪʒən/

supervision

監視

Meaning

the action or process of overseeing or managing something or someone

Example

The project was completed under the supervision of an experienced manager.

そのプロジェクトは経験豊富なマネージャーの監視の下で完了しました。

B2 noun /njuːˈtrɪʃ.ən/

nutrition

栄養

Meaning

The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.

Example

Good nutrition is vital for a healthy life.

良い栄養は健康的な生活にとって重要です。

B2 noun /rɪˈfjuː.zəl/

Refusal

拒否; 拒絶

Meaning

the act of saying no to something or not accepting something

Example

His refusal to cooperate made the project more difficult.

彼の協力拒否はプロジェクトをさらに難しくした。

B2 adjective /ænˈtɑːrktɪk/

antarctic

南極の

Meaning

relating to the region around the South Pole

Example

The Antarctic region is known for its extreme cold and icy landscapes.

南極地域はその極寒と氷のような景色で知られています。

B2 noun/verb /ɔːˈdɪʃən/

audition

オーディション

Meaning

A trial performance by an actor, singer, or musician to demonstrate suitability for a role.

Example

She auditioned for the lead role in the school play.

彼女は学校の劇で主役の役をオーディションした。

B2 adjective /ˈtiːdiəs/

Tedious

退屈な; 面倒な

Meaning

tiresome because of length or dullness; boring and monotonous

Example

The lecture was so tedious that many students fell asleep.

その講義はとても退屈で、多くの学生が眠ってしまいました。

B2 noun /ˌɪn.dɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

Indication

指示; 合図

Meaning

a sign or piece of information that indicates something; a suggestion or hint

Example

The dark clouds were a clear indication that a storm was approaching the area.

暗い雲は嵐がその地域に近づいていることを示す明確な指示でした。

B2 adjective /ˈhɒs.taɪl/

Hostile

敵対的; 攻撃的; 対立的;

Meaning

unfriendly; aggressive; antagonistic;

Example

The hostile environment made it difficult to work.

敵対的な環境は仕事を難しくしました。

B2 adjective /dɪˈskriːt/

discreet

慎重な

Meaning

careful and prudent in one's speech or actions, especially to keep something confidential or avoid embarrassment

Example

She was discreet about the details of their conversation.

彼女は彼らの会話の詳細について慎重でした。

B2 adjective /ˈstʌf.i/

Stuffy

新鮮な空気が不足している; 通気性が悪い; 形式的で保守的な態度

Meaning

lacking fresh air; poorly ventilated; formal and conservative in attitude

Example

The room was stuffy and needed fresh air.

部屋はこもっていて、新鮮な空気が必要でした。

B2 adjective /ˈɡræs.i/

Grassy

草の生えた

Meaning

covered with grass; resembling grass in color; green like grass

Example

The grassy field stretched as far as the eye could see.

草原は視界の彼方まで広がっていた。

B2 noun /koʊˈɪn.sɪ.dəns/

Coincidence

偶然

Meaning

a remarkable occurrence of events or circumstances without apparent causal connection; chance happening

Example

It was a strange coincidence that they both wore the same dress to the party.

それは奇妙な偶然だった、彼ら二人は同じドレスを着てパーティーに行った。

B2 verb /ˈɡæmbəl/

gamble

ギャンブル

Meaning

to bet money on games of chance; to take a risky action

Example

He decided to gamble his savings on the stock market.

彼は株式市場に貯金を賭けることに決めました。

B2 noun /ˈækni/

acne

ニキビ

Meaning

a skin condition in which pores become inflamed and clogged, causing pimples and spots

Example

Regular cleansing and a balanced diet can help reduce acne.

定期の洗浄とバランスの取れた食事は、ニキビの減少に役立ちます。

B2 adjective ˈkʌl.ɪ.nər.i

culinary

料理の

Meaning

Related to cooking or the preparation of food, especially in a sophisticated or professional manner.

Example

Culinary advancements enhance the dining experience.

料理の進歩は食事体験を向上させます。

B2 noun /ˈɔːkɪstrə/

orchestra

オーケストラ

Meaning

a large group of musicians playing different instruments together

Example

The orchestra performed beautifully at the concert.

オーケストラはコンサートで素晴らしい演奏をしました。

B2 noun /hʌb/

hub

中心

Meaning

the central part of a place or activity where things converge

Example

The city is the hub of the country's trade network.

その都市は国の貿易ネットワークの中心です。

B2 verb /dɪˈspoʊz/

dispose

処分する

Meaning

To get rid of something, or to arrange or incline towards something.

Example

He disposed of the old furniture responsibly.

彼は古い家具を責任を持って処分しました。

B2 noun /əˈnælədʒi/

analogy

類推

Meaning

A comparison between two things for the purpose of explanation or clarification.

Example

The teacher used the analogy of a tree to explain the structure of an essay.

先生はエッセイの構造を説明するために木の類推を使いました。

B2 noun /ɪsˈlɑːm/

islam

イスラム教

Meaning

the religion founded by the Prophet Muhammad, based on belief in one God (Allah)

Example

Islam emphasizes peace, justice, and compassion.

イスラム教は平和、正義、そして慈悲を強調します。

B2 noun /ˈdeɪ.tə briːtʃ/

data breach

データ漏洩

Meaning

Unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information through security violation

Example

A data breach exposed millions of users' passwords.

データ漏洩により何百万人ものユーザーのパスワードが公開されました。

B2 noun /dʒɑːr/

Jar

ジャー; 瓶

Meaning

a wide-mouthed container made of glass or pottery; to have a harsh or unpleasant effect

Example

She stored homemade cookies in a large glass jar on the kitchen counter.

彼女はキッチンカウンターの大きなガラスジャーに自家製クッキーを保管していました。

B2 adjective /ˈdɪl.ɪ.dʒənt/

Diligent

勤勉な

Meaning

hardworking and careful; showing persistent effort

Example

She is a diligent student who studies every day.

彼女は毎日勉強している勤勉な学生です。

B2 adjective /ˈhɑːrmləs/

Harmless

無害な; 無実の; 安全な

Meaning

not able or likely to cause harm; innocent; safe

Example

The snake looks dangerous but it's actually harmless.

ヘビは危険に見えるが、実際には無害だ。

B2 verb /ʃɛd/

shed

落ちる

Meaning

to let something fall off naturally, such as leaves, hair, or tears

Example

Trees shed their leaves in autumn.

木々は秋に葉を落とします。

B2 noun ˈlɪt.ər.ə.si ˌreɪts

literacy rates

識字率

Meaning

The percentage of people in a population who can read and write; measures of educational levels in a population.

Example

Literacy rates impact socioeconomic conditions.

識字率は社会経済的条件に影響を与える。

B2 noun /ˈraɪfəl/

Rifle

ライフル

Meaning

a gun with a long barrel that is fired from the shoulder

Example

The soldier carried a rifle during the mission.

兵士は任務中にライフルを携帯していました。

B2 verb /ɪˈvæljueɪt/

evaluate

評価する

Meaning

To assess or judge the value, quality, or significance of something.

Example

The teacher will evaluate the students’ projects tomorrow.

教師は明日学生のプロジェクトを評価します。

B2 adjective /əˈpiː.lɪŋ/

Appealing

魅力的な; 面白い; 楽しい

Meaning

attractive; interesting; pleasing

Example

The colorful garden looks very appealing to visitors.

色とりどりの庭は訪問者に非常に魅力的に見えます。

B2 adjective /ˈrest.ləs/

Restless

落ち着きのない

Meaning

unable to rest or relax; constantly moving or fidgeting

Example

The child was restless during the long car journey.

長い車の旅で子供は落ち着きがなかった。

B2 noun /ˈwɔː.tər pɒt/

Water pot

水差し

Meaning

a container used for storing or carrying water

Example

The water pot in the kitchen was filled with fresh drinking water.

キッチンの水差しは新鮮な飲料水でいっぱいでした。

B2 noun/verb /ˈlɪtər/

litter

ゴミ

Meaning

rubbish or waste left lying in a public place; to make a place untidy by leaving rubbish

Example

The park was full of litter after the festival.

祭りの後、公園はゴミでいっぱいだった。

B2 adjective /əˈbrʌpt/

abrupt

突然

Meaning

Sudden or unexpected, often without warning.

Example

The car came to an abrupt stop in the middle of the road.

車は道路の中央で急停車しました。

B2 noun /ˈliːtər/

litre

リットル

Meaning

a metric unit of volume equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters; commonly used to measure liquids

Example

She bought a litre of milk from the shop.

彼女は店で1リットルの牛乳を買いました。

B2 noun ˈskeə.sɪ.ti

scarcity

不足

Meaning

The state of being scarce or in short supply; shortage.

Example

Water scarcity threatens agriculture.

水不足が農業に脅威を与えている。

B2 noun /ˈwɜːrʃɪp/

Worship

礼拝

Meaning

the feeling or expression of reverence and adoration for a deity; religious devotion and practice

Example

They gather every Sunday for worship.

彼らは毎週日曜日に礼拝のために集まります。

B2 noun /ˌmedɪˈkeɪʃən/

medication

薬

Meaning

a drug or other form of medicine used to treat or prevent disease

Example

The doctor prescribed medication for his headache.

医者は彼の頭痛のために薬を処方した。